TM 55-2350-267-14TECHNICAL MANUAL

TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCECARRIER, CARGO, FULL-TRACKED,

7-TON, AMMUNITION, M992(NSN 2350-01-110-4660)

FIELD ARTILLERY AMMUNITIONSUPPORT VEHICLE (FAASV)

HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYJANUARY 1986

TECHNICAL MANUAL

No. 5-2350-267-14

HEADQUARTERSDEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYWASHINGTON , DC 6 January 1986

TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCE

CARRIER, CARGO, FULL-TRACKED, 7-TON, AMMUNITION, M992(NSN 2350-01-110-4660)

FIELD ARTILLERY AMMUNITION SUPPORT VEHICLE (FAASV)

C H A P T E R 1 .

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INTRODUCTIONPurpose and Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reporting of Recommendations and Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TRANSPORTABILITY DATAGENERALScope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transportability Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CHARACTERISTICS AND RELATED DATAGeneral Transportability Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Unusual Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hazardous and Dangerous Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAFETYGeneral. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Specific Safety Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AIR TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCEScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Maximum Utilization of Aircraft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transport by U.S. Air Force Aircraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transport by U.S Army Aircraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HIGHWAY TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCEGENERALScope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TRANSPORT BY SEMITRAILERGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transport of M992 FAASV on the M916/M870 and

M123A1C/M172A1 Truck Tractor Combinations . . . . . . . . . . .MARINE AND TERMINAL TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCEGENERALScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Water Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LOADING AND SECURINGGeneral Rules for Stowing Tracked Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barges and Lighters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barge-Type Ships (LASH-SEABEE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .RAIL TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCEGENERALScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Maximum Utilization of Railcars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TRANSPORT ON CONUS RAILWAYSGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading M992 FAASV on General Purpose Flatcars. . . . . . . . . . . . .TRANSPORT ON FOREIGN RAILWAYSGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transport on Foreign Service Flatcars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CONVERSION TABLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .REFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION

1-1. Purpose and ScopeThis manual provides transportability guidancefor logistical handling and movement of theM992 field artillery ammunition support vehicle(FAASV). It contains information consideredappropriate for safe transport of the item. Alsoincluded are significant technical and physicalcharacteristics as well as safety considerationsrequired for worldwide movement by the var-ious transportation modes. Where considerednecessary, metric equivalents are given in pa-rentheses following the dimensions or othermeasurements. This manual is intended fortransportation officers and other personnel re-sponsible for movement or for providing trans-portation services.

1-2. Reporting ofRecommendations and CommentsUsers of the manual are encouraged to submitcomments and make recommended changes forits improvement. Comments and recommenda-tions should be prepared on DA Form 2028 ( Rec-ommended Changes to DA Publications andBlank Forms) and forwarded to Commander,Military Traffic Management Command Trans-

portation Engineering Agency, ATTN: MTT-TRC, PO Box 6276, Newport News, VA 23606-0276. Electrically transmitted messages shouldbe addressed to CDR MTMCTEA FT EUSTISVA//MTT-TRC//. A reply will be furnished by thiscommand.

1 - 3 . S a f e t yAppropriate precautionary measures requiredduring movement of the item are contained inchapter 3.

1-4. Definitions of Warnings,Cautions, and NotesThroughout this manual, warnings, cautions,and notes emphasize important or critical guid-ance. They are used for the following condi-tions:

a. Warning. Instructions that, if not fol-lowed, could result in injury to or death of per-sonnel.

b. Caution. Instructions that, if not strictlyobserved, could result in damage to or destruc-tion of equipment.

c. Note. An operating procedure or condi-tion that must be emphasized.

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CHAPTER 2TRANSPORTABILITY DATA

SECTION I.

2 - 1 . S c o p eThis chapter provides a general description andidentification photographs of the M992FAASV, as well as tabulated transportabilitycharacteristics that are necessary in movementof the item.

2-2. DescriptionThe FAASV is a tracked vehicle that is used tocarry ammunition for the self-propelled How-itzer (SPH). The FAASV (fig 2–1) is a deviationof the M109 chassis, which is also the chassis

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for the SPH. In the combat loaded configuration(with ammunition), the FAASV is capable oftransporting 12,000 pounds or 6 tons of either155mm (M992 version) or 8-inch (M1050 ver-sion) ammunition.

2-3. Transportabil i ty DrawingsDetailed side- and end-elevation transporta-bility drawings of the M992 FAASV, with di-mensions, tiedown and lift provisions, and load-rating capacities, are shown in figure 2–2 and 2–3, respectively.

Figure 2-1. the M992 field artillery ammunition support vehicle.

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SECTION II. CHARACTERISTICS AND RELATED DATA

2-4 . Genera l T ranspor tab i l i t yCharacteristicsData contained herein are applicable to themodel number or national stock number (NSN)shown. Changes in model number or NSN mayaffect the loadability of the item as related tothe guidance shown in this manual.National stock number . . . . . . . . 2350-01-1 10-4660Line item number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C10908Ground pressure:

Unloaded (curb weight) . . . . . 52.07 psi(3.7 kg/cm2)

Load combat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67.90 psi(4.8 kg/cm2 )

Ground contact area pad . . . . . . . 4.815 in2

(31.5 m2)Track size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 in. (0.38 m)Performance:

Maximum speed, levelroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 mph

Maximum speed, 10 percentslope road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 mph

Maximum grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 percentMaximum range at 30 mph 220 miFuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 gal

(510.9 L)Turning radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 vehicle lengthGround clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.38 in.

(0.42 m)Dimensions and shipping data:

Length:Operational . . . . . . . . . . . . 262.4 in.

(6.16 m)Reduced. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253.5 in.

(6.44 m)Width:

Operational . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144.0 in.(3.66 m)

Reduced. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124.0 in.(3.15 m)

HeightOperational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126.0 in.

(3.20 m)Reduced. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.7 in.

(2.91 m)Center of gravity:

Above ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.8 in. (0.86 m)From center line of drive

sprocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97.7 in. (2.48 m)Weight:

Shipping (less crew, 42,336 lbammunition & fuel) . . . . . . . . . (19 203 kg)

With combat load . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55, 231 lb(25 052 kg)

2-5. Unusual CharacteristicsThis vehicle has no unusual characteristics thatwould require that special attention be given totemperature, atmospheric pressure, or humid-ity variations during its exposure to normaltransportation environments.

2-6. Hazardous and DangerousCharacteristicsUnless the vehicle is shipped with ammunitionunder the provisions of Department of Trans-portation Special Permit No. 3498 (applicable toshipment in periods of actual national emer-gency), it will not present any special hazardousor dangerous characteristics during its expo-sure to normal transportation environments.

NOTEThose regulations and/or transportationprocedures normally associated with ve-hicles containing diesel fuel will apply.

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CHAPTER 3SAFETY

3 - 1 . G e n e r a lGeneral safety considerations and precautionsfor movement are as follows:

a. Check each vehicle to ensure that all looseitems are appropriately secured.

b. When blocking a vehicle, ensure that nopersonnel or obstacles are behind it.

WARNINGFire extinguishers must be readily avail-able during all loading and unloading op-erations.

WARNINGProper ventilation must be provided dur-ing loading and unloading operations ifvehicle engine is in use. Prolonged in-halation of carbon monoxide fumes willproduce adverse affects that could provefatal.

3-2. Specific Safety RequirementsPertinent safety requirements by individualmode are given in the appropriate chapters ofthis manual.

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CHAPTER 4AIR TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCE

4 - 1 . S c o p eThis chapter provides air transportability guid-ance for movement of the M992 FAASV. It cov-ers s igni f icant technica l and phys ica lcharacteristics and safety considerations andprescribes the materials required to prepareload, and unload the M992 FAASV when trans-ported in U.S. Air Force aircraft.

4-2. Maximum Uti l izat ion ofAircraftThe loads described in this chapter are not max-imum loads. General guidance on total cargoloads and operating ranges is provided in TM38-250/AFP 71-4. Additional cargo and/or per-sonnel within allowable load limits and restric-tions prescribed by pertinent safety regulationscan be transported.

4-3 . Appl icabi l i tya. U.S. Air Force Aircraft. The M992 FAASV

is transportable only in the C-5 aircraft. Pro-cedures in this manual and those prescribed bysection VID, TO 1C-5A-9, are applicable.

b. Tiedown Devices. This vehicle is tied downin accordance with the respective figure and ta-ble. The vehicle tiedown pattern is shown in fig-ure 4-1. Table 4-1 lists the tiedown devicesrequired, the location of the tiedown points onthe vehicle, the corresponding fittings to whichthe devices are secured, the number and capac-ity of devices, and the lumber shoring requiredfor loading and/or securement. The minimumacceptable restraint factors (g loads) are iden-tified in TO 1C-5A-9.

Table 4-1. Tiedown Data for M992 FAASV in U.S. Air Force C-5 Aircraft.

Tiedown Fitting Tiedown DeviceDesignation Capacity in Type Capacity in

Attach to

1,000 lb 1,000 lb Item

B1C1E1F1C2E2C4E4C5B6C6E6F6C7E7

252525252525252525252525252525

MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2MB-2

252525252525252525252525252525

Right lifting eye.Towing Pintle.Towing Pintle.Left lifting eye.Right tiedown point.Right, No. 6 road wheel arm.Left tiedown point.Left, No. 6 road wheel arm.Right, No. 7 road wheel arm.Right tiedown point.Right tiedown point.Left tiedown point.Left tiedown point.Right lifting eye.Left lifting eye.

4 - 4 . S a f e t yIn addition to the safety precautions containedin chapter 3, the following should be noted:

a. The activity offering the vehicles for airtransport must notify the aircraft commanderor his/her designated representative when am-munition or explosives are to be transportedwithin the vehicle and must ensure that all haz-ardous components have been prepared forshipment in accordance with TM 38-250.

b. The vehicle fuel tanks must not be morethan three-fourths full.

c. The M992 FAASV must be restrained forair transport in accordance with the applicable

procedures in section IV of TO 1C-5A-9. Proce-dures outlined in this manual are for generalinformation.

WARNINGFire extinguisher must be readily avail-able during all loading and unloading op-erations.

WARNINGProper ventilation must be provided whenloading and unloading. Prolonged expo-sure to carbon monoxide fumes may befatal.

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CAUTION c. When track pads are worn to the extentDo not allow vehiclemiles per hour insidethe loading ramps.

speed to exceed 3 that deflection of the pads will cause the metalthe aircraft or on grousers of the track to contact the aircraft

ramps or floor during loading or flight, rolling

4-5. Transport by U.S. Air ForceAircraft

a. The M992 FAASV is transportable only inC-5 aircraft.

b. The aircraft commander or his/her repre-sentative is responsible for ensuring that theM992 FAASV is loaded/offloaded and properlysecured in the aircraft in accordance with thecriteria in section IV of TO 1C-5A-9.

and parking shoring will be used.d. When the M992 FAASV has been posi-

tioned aboard the aircraft, the transmissionshould be placed in neutral and parking brakeset.

4-6. Transport by U.S. ArmyAircraftThe M992 FAASV exceeds the size and weightlimitations for internal or external transport byU.S. Army aircraft.

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CHAPTER 5HIGHWAY TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCE

SECTION I. GENERAL

5 - 1 . S c o p eThis chapter provides highway transportabilityguidance for movement of the M992 FAASV. Itcovers significant technical and physical char-acteristics and safety considerations and pre-scribes the materials required to prepare andload the M992 FAASV on semitrailers.

5 - 2 . S a f e t yIn addition to safety precautions contained inchapter 3, movement within CONUS is subjectto all safety laws, rules, and regulations appli-cable to commercial carriers. In oversea areas,movements are governed by the theater regu-lation.

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5 - 4 . G e n e r a lThe M992 FAASV can be transportedway mode. Major restrictions will betered when the M992 FAASV is moved

CAUTIONDo not allow the M992 FAASV to exceed3 miles per hour during loading and un-loading operations.

5 - 3 . G e n e r a lThe M992 FAASV is considered self-deliverableonly under appropriate tactical situations. Al-though the vehicle tracks are equipped with rub-ber pads, movement over paved public highwayswill not be made without specific approval asoutlined in AR 55-162. The weight of the FAASVis considered excessive for some bridges and willrequire special routing.

TRANSPORT BY SEMITRAILER

by high-encoun-by truck

tractor/semitrailer combination. The M992FAASV can be transported by both the M916/M870 and the M123A1C/M172A1 truck tractor/semitrailer combinations. When the M916/M870combination is used, the commander’s cupolacan be placed on the M870 semitrailer. When theM123A1C/M172A1 combination is used, a cargotruck will be needed to haul the commander’scupola.

5-5. Transport of M992 FAASV onthe M916/M870 and M123A1C/M172A1 Truck Tractor/SemitrailerCombinations.

a. M916/M870 Combination. Restrictions ofthe FAASV for transport on the M916/M870truck tractor/semitrailer combination are ma-jor. Both legal and permitted limits are ex-ceeded for CONUS transport and are mostlyattributed to the gross vehicle weight and tan-dem axle load. Most of these restrictions arewithin the permit limits; however, some permitlimits are exceeded for tandem axle load andgross vehicle weight.

b. M123A1C/M172A1 Combination. TheM123A1C/M172A1 truck tractor/semitrailercombination is another alternative for trans-

porting the reduced FAASV. When this combi-nation is used, the commander’s cupola must bemoved by a cargo truck because it will not fit onthe semitrailer. Restrictions for this combina-tion are attributed to the width, tandem axleload, and gross vehicle weight. Legal limits areexceeded for width, height, single axle load, tan-dem axle load, and gross vehicle weight. Most ofthese restrictions can be resolved with a permit.

c. Materials. Adequate tiedown chains andbinders for securing the M992 FAASV are car-ried aboard the trailers and are considered asbasic issue items. Other required tiedown ma-terial is shown in table 5–1.

d. Loading.

WARNINGAt no time during loading operationsshould personnel be on the trailer bed.

WARNINGLoading should not be conducted on theside of a slope that exceeds 10 percent, orwith a tractor-to-trailer offset anglegreater than 5°. Loading should not be con-ducted on a severe downgrade, because thepayload may roll forward on the trailer.

(1) Position curbing assemblies on thetrailer bed so that they will be against the insideedge of both tracks when the M992 FAASV isaboard the trailer.

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(2) Drive or winch the FAASV to the far-thest forward position, against the woodenbumper.

e. Tiedowns. Tiedown diagrams compatiblewith standard loading practices that will offeradequate restraint against forces encountered

Table 5-1. Bill of Materials for Blocking and Tiedown

during movement at normal speeds and oper-ating conditions are provided in figures 5-1 and5-2.

f. Data concerning the application of mate-rials required to restrain the vehicle are pro-vided in table 5-2.

of the M992 FAASV on the M870 and M172A1 Semitrailers.

Item DescriptionApproximate

quantity

Lumber

Nails

Wire rope

Clamps

Chain*Load binders*

ThimblesShackles

Douglas-fir, or comparable, straight-grain, free from material defects; Fed SpecMM-L-751: 2- x 4-inch

4- x 4-inchCommon, steel; flathead; bright or cement-coated; table X1-b, Fed Spec FF-N-105:30d6 x 19, IWRC, improved plow steel; preformed, regular-lay; table X, Fed Spec RR-W-410: 5/8-inchWire-rope, U-bolt clips, saddled, single-grip, steel, Crosby heavy-duty, or equal;MIL-STD 16842: 5/8-inchUtility; ¾-inch-diameter chain link, 12-foot-long, NSN 4010-00-449-6573Ratchet-type with one grabhook and one pear-shaped link, 12-ton-capacity, NSN3990-00-401-1503Standard, open-type: 5/8-inchAnchor, 1 3/8-inch diameter pin, 2-inch opening, NSN 4030-00-162-7545, or equal.

6 linear feet12 linear feet

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*Chains and load binders may be substituted for 5/8-inch wire rope and clamps.

Table 5-2. Application of Materials for Tiedown of the M992 FAASV on the M747 Semitrailer.

Item No. required Application

A 4

B 2

c 4

D 24

E 4

F* & G* 42

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Road wheel chocking (fig 5-3), two pieces of 4- x 4-inch x length-to-fit lumber.Place one piece on track between inside road wheels and the other piece on trackbetween outside road wheels. Secure both pieces in place with item B.Tie cleat (fig 5-7), 2- x 4-inch x length-to-fit lumber. Place across top of item A andsecure to outside of item A with two 30d nails.Wire rope, 5/8-inch. Attach two complete loops from each M992 lifting eye to outsidetiedown rings on semitrailer. Secure the ends of each loop with four clamps (itemD).Clamps, 5/8-inch. Secure the overlapping ends of each wire-rope loop with fourclamps. Secure the thimbles with one clamp.Shackles. Secure one shackle to each lifting eye (two at front and two at rear ofvehicle).Chains and load binders. Not required if items C and D are used.Chains and load binders. Secure chain to each front lifting eye with shackles. Guideeach chain through adjacent gooseneck upper rollers. Install load binder over cleatat front of gooseneck. Ratchet load binder to full extension and attach grabhookto chain. Tighten chains with load binders.Chains and load binders. Secure one chain to shackle in each rear lifting eye andattach to grabhook of load binder attached to the outside tiedown eyes. Tightenchains with load binders.

*Items F and G may be substituted for items C and D.

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CHAPTER 6MARINE AND TERMINAL TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCE

SECTION I. GENERAL

6 - 1 . S c o p eThis chapter provides marine and terminaltransportability guidance for movement of theM992 FAASV. It covers significant technical andphysical characteristics and safety considera-tions and prescribes the materials required toprepare, lift, tie down, and discharge the M992FAASV.

6 - 2 . S a f e t yIn addition to the safety precautions containedin chapter 3, the following areas should be notedas applicable:

a. The activity offering the M992 FAASV fortransport will notify the carrier if ammunitionor explosives are to be transported with the ve-hicle. Compliance with paragraph 2-7, AR 55-228, is mandatory.

b. Ammunition and vehicle will be handledand stowed in accordance with provisions con-tained in Water Carrier Tariff No. 31 or reissuesthereof.

c. Fire extinguishers must be available dur-ing all loading and unloading operations.

d. Vessel equipment and gear should be in-spected before being used.

e. Slings, chains, cables, and other items usedin the loading, discharge, and tiedown opera-tions shall be inspected for condition and ade-quate capacity.

f. Personnel should be cautioned not to walkunder vehicle being lifted.

g. Lifting eyes and shackles one each vehicleshall be inspected to ensure that they are com-plete and not damaged.

h. All lifts should have at least two long linesattached to control the sway of the M992FAASV while suspended.

6-3. Water ShipmentThe vehicles can be transported by a great va-riety of inland-waterway cargo carriers andlighters and by all seagoing cargo vessels.

NOTEThe methods described in this chapter forlifting and securing the M992 FAASV aresuggested procedures. Other methods ofhandling and stowing may be used pro-vided they will ensure safe delivery with-out damage.

SECTION II. LOADING AND SECURING

6-4. General Rules for StowingTracked Vehicles

a. Storage. Whenever possible, the M992FAASV should receive the protection of below-deck stowage. In general, good stowage of theFAASVS means that they are placed as closetogether as practical, with minimum space be-tween outer vehicles and sweatboards (about 4to 6 inches); breakable parts are protected andspare parts are located usually within or nearthe vehicles; brakes are set with brake leverwire-tied; transmission is positioned in neutralwith control lever wire-tied; battery terminal isdisconnected and taped; and fuel tanks aredrained. The vehicles are secured with blocksbraced in the front, rear, and on both sides ofthe vehicle and with bulkhead, stanchions orpadeyes lashed with wire rope or chains.

NOTEWhen FAASVs are loaded on vessels thatare adequately ventilated by power blow-ers, such as the roll-on/roll-off vessels,fuel need not be drained from fuel tanks.

b. Lifting. The correct lifting points on theFAASV are the lifting eyes—one located on theend of the upper front corner of the hull andone on each upper rear corner of the hull, for atotal of four.

c. Loading. The FAASVs will be loaded onvessels in their minimum configuration. Theymay be driven or lifted by crane of adequatecapacity onto landing craft, beach dischargelighters, heavy amphibious lighters and landingships. It can also be driven onto the decks ofbarges from a pier when tidal conditions aresuitable and ramps are available. They can be

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loaded onto seagoing vessels by shoreside or LARC V and LARC XV. Typical lifting diagramsfloating cranes of adequate capacity or by for the M992 FAASV are shown in figures 6-1heavy-lift ships gear. The FAASV can be driven and 6-2. Typical blocking and tiedown detailsor towed onto roll-on/roll-off vessels. However, are shown in figure 6-3. Materials and their ap-the M992 FAASV cannot be transported on the placations are listed in tables 6-1 and 6-2.

Table 6-1. Bill of Materials for Blocking and Tiedown of the M992 FAASV in the Hold of a General-Cargo Vessel(Fig 6-3).

Item DescriptionApproximate

quantity

Lumber Douglas-fir, or comparable, straight-grain, free from material defects; Fed SpecMM-L-751:

4- x 6-inch2- x 12-inch6- x 8-inch .

Nails Common, steel; flathead; bright or cement-coated; table X1-b, Fed Spec FF-N-105:40d

Wire rope 6 x 19, IWRC; improved plow steel; preformed, regular-lay; table X, Fed Spec RR-W-410:

5/8-inchClamps Wire-rope, U-bolt clips, saddled, single-grip, steel, Crosby heavy-duty, or equal;

MIL-STD-16842:5/8-inch

Shackles Anchor, 1-3/8-inch-diameter pin, 2-inch opening NSN 4030-00-162-7545, or equalPadeyes Built into vessel deckTurnbuckles ¾- x 12-inch

4 linear feet56 linear feet95 linear feet68

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Table 6-2. Application of Materials for Blocking and Tiedown of the M992 FAASV in the Hold of a General Cargo Vessel(Fig 6-3).

Item No. Required Application

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B

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D

E

F

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K

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Lumber, 2- x 12- x 168-inch. Preposition lumber on vessel hold floor under vehicletreads. Two pieces are required under each tread but are not used if tracks haverubber pads.Side blocking. Each consists of 6- x 8- x 310-inch lumber. Place one piece on eachside of the M992 against outside edge of tracks.End blocking. Each consists of 6- x 10- x 140-inch lumber. Place on top of item Band against tracks front and rear. Toenail to item B with four 40d nails at each end.Backup cleats, 4- x 6- x 12-inch lumber. Place on top of item B and against item C.Toenail to item B with four 40d nails.Shackles. Secure one shackle to each lifting eye (two at front and two at rear ofM992).Wire-rope, 5/8-inch, in a complete loop. Secure with clamps (item G). Attach to frontand rear shackles and to item K.Clamps, 5/8-inch. Use four clamps to secure each item F and K.Padeyes are welded to deck.Bracing. Brace as required against adjacent vehicle, cargo, or side of vesselbulkhead. Secure each end of piece to adjacent blocking or bracing by toenailingwith four 40d nails.Turnbuckle, ¾- x 12-inch. Install between item H and F.

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6 - 5 . B a r g e s a n d L i g h t e r sWhen the FAASVs are to be transported bylighters or barges to or from vessels secured toa pier or at a sheltered anchorage, blocking andbracing will be required. When the FAASVs aremoved extended distances or through roughwaters, tiedowns must also be used. The FAASVcan be transported under the pontoons of theC-8 and C–9 lighter provided the cupola is re-moved so that the height is reduced.

6-6. Barge-Type Ships (LASH-SEABEE)

a. General. To transport the M992 FAASVby barge-type ships, securement with blockingand tiedowns is required as illustrated in figure6-4. The FAASV can be transported in the op-erational configuration under the pontoon ofSEABEES and can also be transported in theforward and aft bulkheads if the commander’scupola is removed. Barge stability is noticeablyaffected by the loading of heavy-lift items, andtracked vehicles should be loaded symmetrically

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in sequence about the center line of the bargeor lighter.

b. Dunnage. Dunnage is not generally usedbeneath the treads of most tracked vehiclesequipped with rubber tread pads, and the decksare sufficient to make it unnecessary. However,deck surfaces should be dry and free of greaseor debris.

c. Blocking. M992 FAASV may be ade-quately blocked and braced with 6- by 8-inch tim-bers. Blocking should be installed as a separatorbetween the M992 track and the barge bulkhead.Blocking is normally installed in front of andrear of the tracks, and the bracing part is forced-fitted to the bulkhead. Loading, blocking, andbracing proceed from the outer areas of thebarge toward the center, which is loaded last.Separator timbers are installed against thebulkhead or track, and the next M992 to beloaded is placed firmly against the timber. Anyvoid area remaining in the center of the bargeafter the last vehicle has been loaded is filled(fig 6-5) with cut and force-fitted blocking.

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CHAPTER 7RAIL TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCE

SECTION I. GENERAL

7 - 1 . S c o p eThis chapter provides rail transportability guid-ance for movement of the M992 FAASV. It cov-ers technical and physical characteristics andsafety considerations and prescribes the mate-rials and guidance required to prepare, load, andtie down the M992 FAASV on open top flatcars.

SECTION II. TRANSPORT

7 - 3 . G e n e r a lThe transportability guidance contained in thissection is applicable when the vehicle is trans-ported on CONUS railways. Consideration isgiven to single and multiple movements for thetypes of flatcars normally used in the movementof this vehicle.

7 - 4 . P r e p a r a t i o nFor the FAASV to be shipped on a standard 50-inch high flatcar, the following items should beremoved:

a. Latch assembly, from left, right, and per-sonnel doors (store inside vehicle).

b. Duffle bag shelf, left and right side (storeinside vehicle).

c. Stowage basket on rear of M992 (store in-side vehicle).

d. Stowage box on rear of M992 (store insidevehicle).

e. Stowage box assembly on rear of M992(store inside vehicle).

f. Commanders cupola (blocked and an-chored to the railcar in a manner that will pre-vent damage or movement in transit).

7-2. Maximum Uti l izat ion ofRailcarsAdditional cargo, as approved by the activity of-fering the items for transport, may be trans-ported with the vehicles.

ON CONUS RAILWAYS

7-5. Loading M992 FAASV onGeneral Purpose Flatcars

a. The vehicle may be placed in the tiedownposition on the flatcar by a crane, or it may bedriven or towed if a suitable ramp or bridge isavailable.

b. After the vehicle is loaded and placed in thetiedown position, handbrakes on the vehicleshould not be set. The gearshift lever for thetransmission must be placed in the neutral po-sition.

c. Loads shown in figures 7–1 through 7–3 arebased on a flatcar that is 10 feet 4 inches wide,minimum.

CAUTIONDo not allow vehicle to exceed 3 miles perhour during loading or unloading.

d. Bill of materials for blocking and tiedownof the M992 FAASV on the flatcar is shown intable 7–1. Blocking and tiedown are compatiblewith standard loading practices and provide foradequate restraint against the forces encoun-tered during movements at normal speeds.Blocking details are described in figure 7-4. Ap-plication of materials for loading and securingthe vehicle on the flatcar is shown in table 7–2.

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Table 7-1. Bill of Materials for Blocking and Tiedown of the M992 FAASV on General-Purpose Flatcar(Figs 7-1 through 7-3)

Item Description ApproximateQuantity

Lumber Douglas-fir, or comparable, straight-grain, free from material defects; FedSpec MM-L-751: 2- x 4-inch. 70 linear feet

Nails Common, steel; flathead; bright or cement-coated; table X1-b, Fed Spec FF-N-105: 30d 124

Wire rope* 6 x 19, IWRC; improved plow steel; preformed, regular-lay; table X, Fed SpecRR-W-410: 5/8-inch 62 feet

Clamps* Wire-rope, U-bolt clips, saddled, single-grip, steel, Crosby heavy-duty, or equal;MIL-STD-16842L 5/8-inch 16

Thimbles* Standard, open-type: 5/8 inch 4

* Suitable capacity chains and load binders may be substituted for 5/8-inch wire ropes and clamps.

Table 7-2. Application of Materials for Loading and Securing M992 on General-Purpose Flatcar (Figs 7-1 through 7-3).

Item No. required Application

C

A — Brake-wheel clearance. Minimum clearance required is 6 inches above, in back of,and on both sides of, and 4 inches underneath the wheel.

B 4 Blocks (detail 2, fig 7-4). Locate one against the front and rear of each track.8 Side cleats. Each consists of one piece of 2- x 4- x 20-inch lumber. Place one piece

on each side of each item B. Secure to flatcar floor with six 30d nails.D 4 End cleat. Each consists of two pieces of 2- x 4- x 12-inch lumber. Place against

ends of item B. Secure lower piece to car floor with four 30d nails and top piece tolower piece with four 30d nails.

E 2 Frame. Each consists of two pieces of 2- x 4- x 13-foot 6-inch lumber. Place onflatcar floor against inside edge of each track. Secure lower piece to floor withtwelve 30d nails and top piece to lower piece with twelve 30d nails (detail 1, fig 7-4).

F 3 Frames. Each consists of two pieces of 2- x 4-inch lumber long enough to fill spacebetween items E (about 86 inches). Place one near center and one at each endbetween item E. Secure lower piece to flatcar floor with four 30d nails and top pieceto lower piece with four 30d nails (detail 1, fig 7-1).Wire ropes, 5/8-inch in complete loop. Apply from lifting eyes on front and rear ofthe vehicle to stake pockets on opposite side of car. If wire ropes contact each otherwhere they cross, suitable cushioning material must be applied to prevent chafingor wear of these items. Thimbles must be placed at the bottom of each stake pocketand fastened to wire rope with one cable clip. Wire rope should be overlapped atleast 24 inches.

H 20 Clamps, 5/8-inch. Fasten each wire rope tiedown with four each spaced about 3½ to 4inches apart.

I 4 Thimbles. Place one thimble at each item H and one thimble under each stakepocket.

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SECTION III. TRANSPORT ON FOREIGN RAILWAYS

7 - 6 . G e n e r a lThe transportability guidance contained in thissection is applicable when the M992 FAASV istransported on foreign railways. Considerationis given to single and multiple vehicle move-ments for the types of flatcars normally used inthe movement of this type of vehicle. Whenloaded on a suitable flatcar, the vehicle can betransported, with restrictions, within Europeancountries complying with the Passe-Partout In-ternational (PPI) gauge railways; this also ap-

plies to the majority of the countries in theMiddle East, South America, Australia, India,and Pakistan. In the Middle East and SouthAmerica, the clearances vary by country, andeach country will require a separate check. InAustralia, India, and Pakistan, wide- or broad-gauge railways provide greater clearances andfewer restrictions. Because of the various des-ignation systems and clearances used by differ-ent countries, evaluation of transport capabilitymust be made on an individual basis.

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will require that standard 2- x 12-inchlumber be placed under the first, second,and third road wheels of both sides of thevehicle.

General. The M992 FAASV can be trans-with item B (detail 2, fig 7-4). ported on some foreign-service flatcars. Flat-3. Loading rules 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 14, and cars representative of those available in Europe15 appearing in section I of the Rules Gov- that are suitable for transporting the vehicle

erning the Loading of Commodities on are described in table 7-3.Open-Top Cars and Trailers, published by b. Materials. The materials required forthe Association of American Railroads, blocking and tiedown of the vehicle on foreignprovide applicable guidelines and are service flatcars are essentially the same as thosemandatory in application. used for transporting the vehicle within4. Transport of the M992 FAASV on a 50- CONUS. Detailed guidance is contained in 4thinch high flatcar through countries re- Transportation Command Pamphlet 55-2, Tie-quiring compliance with the PPI gauge down Guide for Rail Movements.

Table 7-3. Characteristics of European Flatcar Available for Transportation Vehicles.

Flatcar PlatformDesignation Capacity Length Width Height

RLMMP 700 57.3-ton 31-ft 2-in. 10-ft 4-in. 4-ft 2-3/4-in.(52.00 MT) (9.50 m) (3.15 m) (1.29 m)

SAMMS 710 71.63-ton 49-ft 3 in. 10-ft 2 in. 4-ft 2-3/4 in.(65.00 MT) (15.01 m) (3.10 m) (1.29 m)

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APPENDIX ACONVERSION TABLES

1. Common Metric Abbreviationsm = meterdm = decimetercm = centimetermm = millimeter

2. Linear Measure.1 mi= 1, 609.35 m1 yd = 0.9144 m1 ft = 0.3048 m1 in. = 0.0254 m1 m= 10 dm = 100 cm = 1000 mm

3. Surface Measure.1 sq yd =0.8361 sq m1 sq ft = 0.0929 sq m1 sq in. = 0.00065 sq m

4. Cubic Measure.1 cu yd = 0.76455 cu m1 cu ft = 0.02831 cu m1 cu in. = 0.000016 cu m

5. Weight.1 STON = 907.185 kg1 lb = 0.45359 kg

kg = kilogramkm = kilometerMT = metric ton

1 km = 0.6214 mi1 m = 1.0936 yd1 m = 3.2808 ft1 m = 39.3700 in.

1 sq m = 1.196 sq yd1 sq m = 10.764 sq ft1 sq m = 1,550 sq in.

1 cu m = 1.31 cu yd1 cu m = 35.30 cu ft1 cu m = 61,023 cu in.

1 MT = 1,000 kg1 MT = 2,204.62 lb

1 kg = 2.2046 lb

6. The following simplified coversion factorsare accurate to within 2 percent for quick com-putations:

a. Inches to centimeters - Multiply in. by 10and divide by 4.

b. Yards to meters - Multiply yd by 9 and di-vide by 10.

c. Miles to kilometers - Multiply mi by 8 anddivide by 5.

d. Pounds to kilograms - Multiply lb by 5 anddivide by 11.Paragraph 7-37, FM 55-15 and paragraph 2-15,TM 55-450-15 contain additional detailed con-version factors.7. The following conversions are provided forguidance when procuring lumber, wire rope, orwire in areas that use the metric system. Lum-ber sizes are rounded off to nearest ½ cm.

a. Lumber.2-in. x 4-in. x desired length = 5 cm x 10-cm x desired length

1-in. x 6-in. x desired length = 2.5-cm x 15-cm x desired length6-in. x 8-in. x desired length = 15-cm x 20-cm x desired length1-in. x 12-in. x desired length = 2.5-cm x30-cm x desired length (length normally ex-pressed in ft or m.)

b. Wire rope.3/8-in. dia = 9.5-mm dia½-in. dia = 12.7-mm dia5/8-in. dia = 15.8-mm dia¾-in. dia = 19.0-mm dia7/8-in. dia = 22.2-mm dia1-in. dia = 25.4-mm dia1¼-in. dia = 31.7-mm dia1½-in. dia = 38.1-mm dia

Round off to next higher whole mm of availablewire rope sizes.

c. Wire. No. 8 gauge annealed (11/64-in. dia)= 4-37-mm dia. Round off as in b above.

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APPENDIX BREFERENCES

A-1. Army Regulations (AR)AR 55-29

55-8055-162

55-228

55-35570-4470-47385-40746-1

A–2. Field Manuals (FM)FM 55-9

55-1555-17

A-3. Supply Bulletins (SB)700-20

A-4. Technical Bulletins (TB)55-46-1

A-5. Technical Manual (TM)9-2350-255-10-1

38-250 (AFR 71-4)

55-405-9

55-50055-2200-001-12

A-6. Technical Orders (TO)1-1B-401C-5A-9

Military Convoy Operations in CONUSHighways for National DefensePermits for Oversize, Overweight, or Other

Special Military Movements on PublicHighways in the United States

Transportation by Water of Explosives andHazardous Cargo

Military Traffic Management RegulationDOD Engineering for TransportabilityEngineering for TransportabilityAccident Report and RecordsPackaging of Army Materiel for Shipment and

Storage

Unit Air Movement PlanTransportation Reference DataTerminal Operations Coordinator’s Handbook

Army Adopted/Other Items Selected forAuthorization/List of Reportable Items

Standard Characteristics (Dimensions,Weight, and Cube) for Transportability ofMilitary Vehicles and Other Outsize/Overweight Equipment

Operators Manual; Tank, Combat, Full-Tracked: 105-mm Gun, M1

Packaging and Materials Handling:Preparation of Hazardous Materials forMilitary Air Shipment

Army Aviation Maintenance EngineeringManual: Weight and Balance

Marine Equipment Characteristics and DataTransportability Guidance for Application of

Blocking, Bracing and Tiedown Materialsfor Rail Transport

Handbook of Weight and Balance DataLoading Instructions, USAF Series C-5AAirplane

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A–7. Other Publications and Source of Procurementa. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49-Transportation, Parts 170-179

Available from: Superintendent of DocumentsU.S. Government Printing Office

b.

c.

Washington, DC 20402Association of American Railroads Rules Governing the Loading of Commodities on Open-TonCars and TrailersSection No. 1 - General RulesSection No. 6 - Rules Governing the Loading of Department of Defense Material on Open-Top

CarsAvailable from: Association of American Railroads

59 E. Van Buren StreetChicago, IL 60605

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Legal Maxi-mum Dimensions and Weight of Motor Vehicles Compared with AASHTO StandardsAvailable from: American Association of State Highway and

Transportation Officials341 National Press BuildingWashington, DC 20004

A-8. Department of TransportationSpecial Permit No. 3498USCG 108 Rules and Regulations for Military Explosives and Hazardous Munitions

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By Order of the Secretary of the Army:

Official:

JOHN A. WICKHAM, JR.General, United States Army

Chief of Staff

MILDRED E. HEDBERGBrigadier General, United States Army

The Adjutant General

DISTRIBUTION:To be distributed in accordance with DA Form 12-37, Operator’s and Organizational Maintena

and Direct Support and General Support Maintenance requirements for Carrier, Cargo, Field tillery Ammunition Support Vehicle (FAASV) M992, SM988 and DA Form 12-38, Operator’s Organizational Maintenance and Direct Support and General Support Maintenance requiremfor Truck, Tractor, 10-Ton, 8 x 8, M1001, M1002, M1013, M1014.

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